Glasgow were outclassed by Maro Itoje and Saracens’ team of heavyweightsRYAN BYRNE/REX FEATURES

The pressure is truly on Glasgow Warriors after they threw everything they had at Saracens in a committed display of physical rugby but failed to find the killer touch when it mattered. The hosts came away without even a losing bonus point when they turned down a kick at goal in the final ten minutes to go for a try.

The Scotstoun contest hinged on two decisions by the assistant referees, who did not signal when Saracens looked to be in touch before the only try of the game, and did flag when it looked as though Glasgow might have been able to get one back.

In truth, Glasgow have only themselves to blame. Dave Rennie, the head coach, had praised their growing patience in…

Want to read more?

Subscribe now and get unlimited digital access on web and our smartphone and tablet apps, free for your first month.